Flame Tests Identify Metals Ions Flashcards

1
Q

What do some compounds of some metals burn with?

A

A characteristic colour

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How can you test for various metals ions?

A

By heating your substance and seeing whether it burns with a distinctive colour flame

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3
Q

Lithium

A

Crimson-red flame

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4
Q

Potassium

A

Lilac flame

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5
Q

Sodium

A

Yellow-orange flame

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6
Q

Calcium

A

Brick-red flame

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7
Q

How do you do the test?

A

Dip platinum wire loop into sample and into the flame - see colour

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